How many syllables in “appraised”?
syllables in "appraised"
Word details
Syllables
2
appra · ised
Letters
9
a · p · p · r · a · i · s · e · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “appraised”
The word “appraised” contains 2 syllables, divided as appra · ised. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "appraised" have?
"appraised" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "appraised" into syllables?
"appraised" is divided into syllables as: appra · ised.
What is the Scrabble score for "appraised"?
The Scrabble score for "appraised" is 14 points.
Using “appraised” in writing
Two-syllable words like "appraised" (appra · ised) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “appraised” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “appraised”
The letters in “appraised” can be rearranged to spell one other word: disappear.